Hanan Ashrawi on UN Vote against US Recognition of Jerusalem

Hanan Ashrawi on the UNGA Resolution Rejecting the US
Decision to Recognize Jerusalem as Israel's
Capital

December 21, 2017 - "We are extremely
encouraged and empowered by the overwhelming vote in favor
of a UNGA resolution rejecting U.S. President Donald Trump's
decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital. We
extend our gratitude and appreciation to the 128 countries
who supported the resolution and sent a clear message that
Israel cannot maintain its illegal annexation of Jerusalem.
The international community has unequivocally proved that it
will not be intimidated or blackmailed, and its members will
defend the global rule of law and justice.

Despite
American efforts to safeguard Israeli violations and war
crimes, the majority maintained their principled position
while a minimal number succumbed by abstaining or voting
against the resolution.

This further demonstrates the
isolation of the U.S. in its blind support of Israeli
lawlessness and impunity. It is therefore called on to
rescind its irresponsible and dangerous decision and refrain
from joining Israel in its criminal
behavior."

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